Explanation

• SEATO was founded on 8 September 1954.
• Pakistan joined SEATO in the same year 1954 as a member.
• It was a Cold War military alliance led by the United States.
• Pakistan later withdrew its association in the 1970s (after 1972/1973 period changes).
• SEATO was officially dissolved in 1977.

Last verified on 29-04-2026

Explanation

• Connection: Links Mediterranean Sea to Red Sea
• Location: Egypt
• Opened: 1869
• Length: 193 km
• Purpose: Provides the shortest maritime route from Europe to Asia

Last verified on 08-02-2026

Explanation

• Bab-el-Mandeb Strait lies between Yemen on the Arabian Peninsula and the Horn of Africa.
• Connects: Red Sea ↔ Gulf of Aden
• Between: Yemen and Djibouti/Eritrea
• Links to: Arabian Sea → Indian Ocean
• Strategic route: Europe–Asia maritime trade
• Nearby canal: Suez Canal

Additional information:

• Strait of Hormuz → Persian Gulf ↔ Gulf of Oman
• Strait of Gibraltar → Mediterranean Sea ↔ Atlantic Ocean
• Bosporus Strait → Black Sea ↔ Sea of Marmara
• Bering Strait → Arctic Ocean ↔ Pacific Ocean
• Strait of Malacca → Andaman Sea ↔ South China Sea

Last verified on 09-08-2026

Explanation

• An isthmus is a narrow strip of land that connects two larger landmasses and separates two bodies of water.
• The Isthmus of Panama connects North America and South America.
• It separates the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.
• The Isthmus of Suez connects Africa and Asia.
• It separates the Mediterranean Sea and Red Sea.

• Strait: Narrow water passage connecting two larger water bodies.
• Bay: A water body partly surrounded by land.

Last verified on 09-08-2026

Explanation

• Mount Logan is the highest mountain in Canada.
• It is located in the Yukon territory of Canada.
• It is the second-highest peak in North America after Denali.
• It was named after William Edmond Logan.
• Its highest point is 5,959 meters (19,551 feet) above sea level.
• First ascent: 1925

Last verified on 22-06-2026